Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Radio New Zealand Journalism Placement
References
Timeline
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Nadia Amaral

Browns Bay,Auckland

Summary

I am a driven, self-motivated, hard working professional who enjoys problem solving and working as part of a wider team. Throughout my career in the NZDF, I have practiced and maintained a high standard of working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. I'm seeking an opportunity to expand my skills, while also taking on new challenges and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

LAV Operator

NZDF
Palmerston North, Linton
03.2021 - 05.2024
  • Drove, gunned, and serviced the New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicle.
  • Met all fitness requirements to deploy with the NZDF.
  • Developed skills of communication and teamwork working within small and large teams.

Swim Instructor

AUT Millennium
Rosedale, Auckland
11.2017 - 02.2021
  • Monitored swimmers' progress throughout their time as a student in order to evaluate their abilities accurately.
  • Provided effective and high-quality lessons for all individuals who had different levels of ability and ranging in age, from infant to early adult.
  • Taught students swimming competency and confidence with encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Unlicensed Reliever Teacher

Camrose Kids Early Learning Centre
Glenfield, Auckland
01.2017 - 02.2017
  • Aided in supervising babies and toddlers alongside a qualified teacher.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for children's learning, as well as physical, social and emotional development.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Studies - Communication Studies

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland
11-2020

NCEA L3 -

Rangitoto College
Auckland
10-2017

Some College (No Degree) -

Redeem House College
South Africa

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical thinking proficiency
  • Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Radio New Zealand Journalism Placement

  • A two-week placement with one of New Zealand's top Journalism companies.
  • Collaborated with a number of journalists and television presenters.
  • Wrote a number of articles that were published with multiple journalism companies such as Stuff, NZ Herald and Radio New Zealand.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LAV Operator

NZDF
03.2021 - 05.2024

Swim Instructor

AUT Millennium
11.2017 - 02.2021

Unlicensed Reliever Teacher

Camrose Kids Early Learning Centre
01.2017 - 02.2017

Bachelor of Communication Studies - Communication Studies

Auckland University of Technology

NCEA L3 -

Rangitoto College

Some College (No Degree) -

Redeem House College

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